{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6242e9f71c8beb00139400a6/6774fb2a024ebc889d8bbd8e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ashley Cole: The Truth About Leaving Arsenal | PART 1","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6242e9f71c8beb00139400a6/1735719355758-4b82ebbd-f2f6-4ab5-b116-48e198666d6d.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, Ashley Cole, widely regarded as one of the best left-backs in football history, opens up about his extraordinary career. From his humble beginnings in East London to becoming a cornerstone of Arsenal’s Invincibles and later excelling at Chelsea, Cole shares candid stories that have rarely been discussed before.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation covers his transformation from striker to defender, life under legendary managers, and the pressures of high-stakes football. Ashley delves into the emotional decision to leave Arsenal, the backlash he faced, and the lessons learned from adapting to different playing styles and teammates.</p><p><br></p><p>He also reveals insights about his journey into coaching, highlighting the challenges and rewards of shaping the next generation of talent. An unmissable chat for any football fan, showcasing Ashley’s unique perspective on resilience, growth, and legacy.</p><p><br></p><p>Chumbawamba&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>00:00</strong>: Intro</p><p><strong>00:58</strong>: Ashley’s private life</p><p><strong>06:07</strong>: Breaking into senior teams</p><p><strong>10:10</strong>: From striker to left-back?!</p><p><strong>18:35</strong>: Obsession with coaching</p><p><strong>25:31</strong>: Learning from the greats</p><p><strong>29:54</strong>: First cup final…</p><p><strong>35:11</strong>: Arsenal’s “disrespect”</p><p><strong>39:46</strong>: The media narrative</p><p><strong>41:00</strong>: Chelsea come knocking</p><p><strong>41:48</strong>: Almost a <strong>Galácticos?!</strong></p><p><strong>41:22</strong>: Part 2 coming soon…</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcw</p><p><br></p><p>Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>For more Peter Crouch:&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch&nbsp;</p><p>Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>For more Chris Stark&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark</p><p>Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/</p><p><br></p><p>For more Steve Sidwell&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>#PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast</p>","author_name":"Tall or Nothing"}